Senior Account Executive – German Speaker

Avomind; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ed tech company is seeking a Senior Account Executive to drive sales growth in the German-speaking markets. You will own the sales process, cultivate client relationships, and develop strategies to exceed revenue goals. The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of experience in SaaS sales and is fluent in German and English. This role offers a competitive salary and remote flexibility within Europe.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Remote Flexibility

Comprehensive health insurance

Home Office Budget

Access to training programs

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience as a Sales Executive, ideally in SaaS/enterprise software.
• Proven success selling to mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Strong record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Independent, resilient, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales analytics tools.
• Native (or near-native) German and fluent English are required.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, engage, and secure new clients using strategic sales tactics.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with existing clients for satisfaction and upsell.
• Own and manage the full sales cycle from lead qualification to deal closure.
• Deliver impactful presentations showcasing the value of solutions.
• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies.
• Lead client negotiations securing mutually beneficial agreements.

Skills

Client acquisition

Relationship building

Sales strategy

Negotiations & closing

Communication skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

Overview

Elevate your sales career in the dynamic world of ed tech as a Senior Account Executive for the German-speaking markets. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the entire sales process, driving revenue growth for our client’s innovative enterprise ed tech solutions. This is a unique opportunity to shape their expansion in the DACH region and make a lasting impact on the future of education.

Key Responsibilities

• Client acquisition: Proactively identify, engage, and secure new clients using strategic sales tactics to exceed revenue goals.
• Relationship building: Cultivate long-term relationships with existing clients, ensuring satisfaction and uncovering upsell opportunities.
• Pipeline management: Own and manage the full sales cycle (A to Z), from lead qualification through to deal closure.
• Sales presentations: Deliver impactful presentations that showcase the value of the solutions, addressing client pain points and demonstrating ROI.
• Sales strategy: Develop and execute targeted sales strategies, leveraging market insights and competitor intelligence.
• Negotiations & closing: Lead client negotiations, securing mutually beneficial agreements to achieve individual and company-wide sales success.

Requirements

• 4–5 years of experience as a Sales Executive, ideally in SaaS/enterprise software.
• Proven success selling to mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Strong record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Independent, resilient, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales analytics tools.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Language skills: Native (or near-native) German and fluent English are required.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in Europe with the option to collaborate in person if near our offices.
• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive health insurance provided.
• Home Office Budget: Support for setting up a productive workspace at home.
• Professional Growth: Access to training programs, conferences, and development opportunities.
• Culture of Excellence: Join a collaborative, innovative team passionate about reshaping education through technology.
• Impactful Work: Play a key role in transforming higher education, making it more accessible and impactful worldwide.